Data Protection & Privacy Operations Lead

Department for Culture, Media and Sport; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Department for Culture, Media and Sport in Manchester is seeking a data protection specialist for a short-term role aimed at strengthening data governance and compliance. The post focuses on developing data management policies, guiding legal obligations, and improving how data protection is implemented across the department.

The role covers auditing processes, handling information requests, and delivering staff training to ensure robust data protection practices, with an emphasis on UK and

Responsibilities

• Develop data management policies
• Provide expert guidance to meet legal obligations
• Assess data processes to highlight risks and make recommendations
• Audit information to ensure data protection measures are effective
• Draft or edit printed and online content around data protection
• Respond to information requests and data breaches
• Produce training for staff (face-to-face and online)
• Maintain accurate records of data processing activities
• Keep up to date with developments in UK and overseas legislation

Job description

Department for Culture, Media and Sport in Manchester is seeking a data protection specialist for a short-term role aimed at strengthening data governance and compliance. The post focuses on developing data management policies, guiding legal obligations, and improving how data protection is implemented across the department.

The role covers auditing processes, handling information requests, and delivering staff training to ensure robust data protection practices, with an emphasis on UK and